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Feeding corn stalks on dairy farms: Lactating cows
Published on October 23, 2012
Corn stalks are cost effective forage that can be used sparingly in lactation rations. Use caution not to overfeed resulting in reduced intake and reduced milk production. -
Get a jump start on 2013 horse pastures – Step 2: Apply recommended nutrients
Published on October 19, 2012
Preparing your horse pasture for the winter will maximize your pasture's output for the spring. -
Get a jump start on 2013 horse pastures – Step 1: Get soil tested
Published on October 19, 2012
Preparing your horse pasture for the winter will maximize your pasture's output for the spring. -
Get a jump start on 2013 horse pastures – Step 3: Rest the field
Published on October 19, 2012
Preparing your horse pasture for the winter will maximize your pasture's output for the spring. -
What is shredlage?
Published on October 18, 2012
Some farmers may be unfamiliar with what shredlage actually is. -
Summer pasture realities lead to winter forage supply woes
Published on October 12, 2012
Don’t let the impact of 2012 drought linger too long in your pastures. -
Corn stalks provide alternative forage for beef and dairy farms
Published on October 5, 2012
Having enough feed and forage for cattle farms this winter may include some feed alternatives like corn stover/stalks. -
Corn stover harvest can help supply winter beef cow diets
Published on September 28, 2012
Corn stover can reduce drought impact for beef herds. -
Late season nitrogen applications for forage grasses are not recommended
Published on September 24, 2012
Benefits of a late season application for forage grasses in Michigan are outweighed by environmental risks. -
Harvest strategies for future bioenergy switchgrass crops
Published on September 13, 2012
Michigan farmers should consider switchgrass production as a potential economic and sustainable option for their future.